I grew up in Ohio and moved to California for big adventure and a change of pace. Well, I got it. I married Alec, who hails from Boston, and within a year had a baby and set up house thousands of ... [Read More]
Childrearing when the grandparents live far, far away
Make your own baby food
If you think we are over ambitious granola moms for even suggesting this idea, I totally get it. There is nothing wrong with pouches or jars of baby food. I personally found making food this way fun, ... [Read More]
16 things to do on pregnancy bedrest
Cara is a contributor to our hyperlocal site for East Bay parents, {510} Families, and is fast becoming an expert not on "what to do with (and without!) your baby," but rather, "what to do while ... [Read More]
Mama’s Little Helper for potty training: KIDS ‘N’ PETS
Big thanks to KIDS 'N' PETS for sponsoring today's post and teaching us a thing or two about removing pee smells and stains from mattresses and carpet. Before parenthood, the idea of pee ... [Read More]
Say “Yes” to the mess
Thanks to blender brood mom Tatiana Guerreiro Ramos for letting us republish this post from her blog. Raisins in between the pads of the dogs’ paws. Stickers on their fur, in places they can’t ... [Read More]
10 Breastfeeding Myths – Busted!
I am now officially a certified post-partum doula. Between that and nursing my own babies, I'm a bit of a breastfeeding expert. So let me bust some common misconceptions for you. 1. Breastfeeding ... [Read More]
